Description
Ravioli Lasagna is a mouthwatering fusion of two beloved Italian classics – ravioli and lasagna. This dish combines the tender, cheese-filled pockets of ravioli with the rich, layered flavors of a classic lasagna, creating a truly irresistible and comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage or ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 24 ounce marinara sauce
- 25 ounce frozen cheese ravioli (no need to thaw)
- 15 ounce ricotta cheese
- 3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, brown the Italian sausage (or ground beef) and onion over medium heat until cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the garlic and Italian seasoning, and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the marinara sauce and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Spread 1 cup of the meat sauce in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Layer half of the frozen ravioli over the sauce, followed by half of the ricotta cheese. Sprinkle 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese over the ricotta. Add half of the remaining sauce. Repeat the layers with the remaining ravioli, ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, and sauce. Top the lasagna with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let the Ravioli Lasagna stand for 10 minutes before serving, then garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
To ensure your Ravioli Lasagna turns out absolutely delicious, here are a few tips to keep in mind:
– Use frozen ravioli: The frozen ravioli holds its shape better during baking, preventing a soggy or mushy lasagna.
– Layer carefully: Be sure to layer the ingredients evenly, creating distinct, uniform layers for the best texture.
– Don’t overfill: Resist the temptation to overload the layers, as this can lead to a messy, difficult-to-serve dish.
– Let it rest: Allowing the Ravioli Lasagna to rest for 10 minutes before serving helps the layers set and the flavors meld together.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 36 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 26 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams